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… and 55 will die from the disease 6,000 people will develop high risk changes to the cervix which are precancerous 135 …
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… globulin contains antibodies taken from donated human blood. Antibodies are proteins that a person's immune system … your immunization record with you. A physical examination, blood test, and throat swab or urine sample will be …
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… reproductive organs. TB is curable. In British Columbia, medicines to prevent or cure TB are free through Provincial … in the lungs include a cough for 2 to 3 weeks or longer, bloody spit, fever, night sweats, loss of appetite, … general health may mean further TB testing such as a TB blood test, chest x-ray or sputum samples. A chest x-ray is …
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… serious illness in seniors 65 years and older and in other high risk groups. Myth: I have never had influenza, so I do … People in the second half of pregnancy are at much higher risk of hospitalization due to influenza, especially … who have chronic medical conditions are also at much higher risk of serious influenza complications and should be …
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… to get infected. The more sexual partners you have the higher the risk of being infected with HPV. Males who have sex with males are also at higher risk of HPV infection. What happens when you’re … and 55 will die from the disease 6,000 people will develop high risk changes to the cervix which are precancerous 135 …
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… Pack lunches the night before if mornings are busy. Limit highly processed foods Packaged foods such as granola bars, … kits and processed meats can be convenient but tend to be higher in sugar, sodium and saturated fat. If you buy these … hot dogs, and pepperoni sticks has been linked to a higher risk of colorectal cancer. Lunch ideas Finger foods …
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… them in tasks within their abilities. Take care of yourself Taking care of yourself and making sure you have regular …
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… system weakened by disease or medical treatment Have had a blood transfusion or received other blood products within the past 12 months Have active …
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… activities such as reading, having a cup of tea, or taking a shower, then go back and check on your baby. Find …
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… fatal. The hepatitis B virus is spread through contact with blood or body fluids from a person infected with the virus. … that covers the brain, and septicemia, an infection of the blood. Haemophilus influenzae type b infection is spread by …
